Luis Valentan spent more than three decades in the United States. He arrived as a young man from México in the 1990s and worked in construction and landscaping as a day laborer for years before becoming a host for Radio Jornalera, a show on the National Day Laborer Organizing Network that advocates for the rights […]
Author Archives: Bárbara González
Bárbara González is a political commentator and writer based in Monterrey, Nuevo León. Her work explores the intersections of politics, culture, and cross-border dynamics.
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How H-E-B Became a Full-Blown Cultural institution in Northeastern México
MONTERREY, MÉXICO—For many Americans, a trip to México might bring up images of walking on the beach, exploring picturesque towns, hiking mountains, enjoying agave fields, and the chance to taste the incredible food. But for Mexicans, a beloved Texas grocery store is the new dream destination. In fact, H-E-B has become a cultural phenomenon synonymous […]